South Asia Geography Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following features is most significant in shaping the climate and culture of South Asia?

• Himalayan Mountains

• Arabian Sea

• Thar Desert

• Deccan Plateau

Open Ended

What do you notice about the landscape and areas of South Asia?

Multiple Choice

Which letter on the map above represents the Indian Subcontinent?

• B

• C

• D

• A

Multiple Choice

Where is the Indian Ocean located on the map above?

• Letter A

• Letter B

• Letter C

• Letter D

Multiple Choice

Which country is the largest in the South Asian subcontinent?

• India

• Pakistan

• Bangladesh

• Nepal

Multiple Choice

Name three countries that make up the region of South Asia besides India.

• Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Maldives
• Afghanistan, Myanmar, China
• Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia
• Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh

Multiple Choice

South Asia forms a ___, which is a geographically or politically unique part of a larger continent.

• territory
• subcontinent
• district
• region

Multiple Choice

Which of the following areas is circled on the map above?

• the Indus River

• the Deccan Plateau

• the Thar Desert

• the Himalayan Mountains

Multiple Choice

Explain how the major mountain ranges in South Asia impact travel and trade between countries.

• The mountain ranges facilitate easy travel and trade across borders.
• They have no significant effect on travel and trade in the region.
• Mountain ranges only affect local tourism, not international trade.
• The major mountain ranges in South Asia hinder travel and trade by creating natural barriers, but also provide opportunities through passes.

Multiple Select

Which mountain range in South Asia acts as a natural border and includes some of the world’s tallest peaks?

• Karakoram

• Hindu Kush

• Himalaya

• Western Ghats

Multiple Choice

Which river in South Asia helped ancient civilizations grow along its banks and supports farming and communities?

• Ganges River

• Brahmaputra River

• Indus River

• Yamuna River

Multiple Select

Which of the following rivers are important for farming in South Asia?

• Indus River

• Ganges River

• Brahmaputra River

• Nile River

Multiple Choice

The Ganges Delta is formed where the Ganges and ___ rivers meet the Bay of Bengal.

• Saraswati
• Indus
• Brahmaputra
• Yamuna

Multiple Choice

Which countries are considered the biggest and well-known in South Asia?

• India and Pakistan

• Nepal and Bhutan

• Sri Lanka and Maldives

• Bangladesh and Myanmar

Multiple Choice

Why is New Delhi considered an important city in India?

• New Delhi is recognized as a major tourist destination in India.
• New Delhi is considered important because it is the capital city and the center of government in India.
• New Delhi is famous for its vibrant street food and shopping districts.
• New Delhi is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical monuments.

Multiple Choice

Which city in India is known for trade, movies, and being an important economic and cultural center?

• Delhi

• Kolkata

• Mumbai

• Chennai

Multiple Choice

What happens during monsoon season?

• Monsoon season is characterized by dry winds and low humidity.
• The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall, cooler temperatures, and increased humidity.
• The monsoon season causes droughts and high temperatures.
• During monsoon season, there is little to no rainfall and clear skies.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are positive effects of the monsoon season in South Asia?

• Supports large population by providing water for crops

• Causes tropical cyclones

• Brings heavy rains and flooding

• Helps grow enough food for people

Multiple Choice

India has large quantities of ___, a rock used to manufacture electrical equipment.

• quartz
• feldspar
• limestone
• mica

Open Ended

If you had to live near one of South Asia’s physical features (a mountain, river, or city), which would you choose and why?

Open Ended

What are some key physical features of South Asia that you learned about today?

Multiple Choice

South Asia is a vast ___.

• island

• arctic region

• archipelago

• peninsula

Fill in the Blanks

Multiple Choice

What country is this?

• Bangladesh

• Pakistan

• India

• Sri Lanka

Multiple Choice

What physical feature is #6?

• Indian Ocean

• Bay of Bengal

• Indus River

• Deccan Plateau